An elegant, savoury Tuscan island white with Mediterranean herbs, yellow fruit and a fresh, lingering palate.
Tuscany / Italian Wine, Spirits & Liqueurs
Gorgona Bianco
£123.99
In stock
About This Wine
The Wine
Gorgona is made from Vermentino and Ansonica grown on the island of Gorgona through a collaboration between Frescobaldi and the island prison. Inmates gain practical viticultural experience under the supervision of Frescobaldi agronomists and oenologists.
- Producer
- Frescobaldi
- Region
- Tuscany
- Country
- Italian Wine, Spirits & Liqueurs
- Grape
- Ansonica, Vermentino
- Style
- Elegant
Tasting Notes
On the Nose
Complex and elegantly intense, with iodine and Mediterranean notes of helichrysum, savoury herbs and rosemary, followed by broom, chamomile, yellow-fleshed fruit, exotic fruit and delicate citrus.
On the Palate
Savoury and fresh, with a complete expression of the aromas found on the nose.
Finish
Lingering and remarkably persistent.
- Body
-
Light Full
- Dry / Sweetness
-
Dry Sweet
- Tannins
-
Low High
- Acidity
-
Low High
Food Pairing
Frescobaldi
Frescobaldi captures the spirit of Tuscany through wines that reflect the distinctive soils, altitudes and microclimates of its diverse estates. Guided by generations of tradition, its winemakers combine expertise and innovation with deep respect for the land, creating wines with an unmistakable sense of place.
Technical Details
- Bottle size
- 750ml
Terroir
The two-hectare vineyard lies in a natural amphitheatre overlooking the sea. Its iron-rich soil, eastern exposure, shelter from the winds and maritime climate shape the grapes, while the Grecale, Sirocco, Libeccio and Mistral influence temperature and ripening.